2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2000 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Lantra | R2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
