2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza

To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Getz and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz.

Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Subaru Impreza (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Getz 2008 Subaru Impreza
Make Hyundai Subaru
Model Getz Impreza
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 81 HP 0 HP
Torque 191 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 203 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.9 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L


 

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