2005 Honda Fit vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Fit and 2013 Honda Insight are equipped with a 1,339 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Fit | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |