2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 109 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (250 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tucson | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |