2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |