2012 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 912 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 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Terracan | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Hyundai | Honda |
| Model | Terracan | Insight |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
