2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
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2009 Hyundai i30 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | i30 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |