2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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2005 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Impreza | i30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 304 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1348 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |