2001 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Impreza | i30 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
