2009 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
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2009 Subaru Outback | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Outback | i40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |