2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |