2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 2008 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Sonata | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
