2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 419 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Accent | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
