2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Subaru Outback

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2005 Subaru Outback
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Coupe Outback
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 224 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1408 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 64 L


 

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