2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Elantra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
