2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 237 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i10 | 2010 Honda Insight | |
Make | Hyundai | Honda |
Model | i10 | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |