2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 6 | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |