2006 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,085 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Insight | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Insight | Getz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
