2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai i20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai i20 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 480 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai i20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Outback | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Outback | i20 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1075 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
