2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Accent | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
