2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2011 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Impreza | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
