2009 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight. 2009 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Insight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 730 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
