2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2011 Honda Insight

To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Azera 2011 Honda Insight
Make Hyundai Honda
Model Azera Insight
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3342 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 234 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 40 L


 

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