2009 BMW 335 vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 335 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
