2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i40. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
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2008 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Impreza | i40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |