2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 407 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 2011 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Impreza | Atos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
