2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 268 kg more than 2010 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai ix20. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Impreza | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
