2009 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 174 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Insight | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |