1999 Honda Insight vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Insight | Terracan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |