2003 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai i30 (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Insight | 2008 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Insight | i30 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
