2004 Honda Insight vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Insight | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
