2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Impreza | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Impreza | i20 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |