2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza 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, 2004 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Lantra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
