2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 129 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Sonata | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
