2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Accent | Insight |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |