2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | Santa Fe | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |