2012 Honda Insight vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 914 kg more than 2012 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, 2013 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Insight | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Insight | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
