2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Santa Fe | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
