1999 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 604 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | 4Runner | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
