2006 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Honda Insight. (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Insight.
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 Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Insight. (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Insight | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Insight | Accent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |