2002 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 523 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Hyundai Getz 2008 Subaru Impreza
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Getz Impreza
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1600 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.3 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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