2009 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | B3000 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |