2009 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 330 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |