2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 655 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Atos | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 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 | 885 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
