2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Hyundai SONATA
In comparing the 2006 Subaru Impreza's and the 2006 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2006 Hyundai SONATA has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Subaru Impreza's and the 2006 Hyundai SONATA's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Subaru Impreza is a better car than the 2006 Hyundai SONATA.
2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Hyundai SONATA Pricing
A used 2006 Subaru Impreza ranges from $4,459 to $27,896 while a used 2006 Hyundai SONATA is priced between $2,799 to $9,071.
2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Hyundai SONATA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Subaru Impreza loses 34 percent of its value and the 2006 Hyundai SONATA loses 44.7 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Subaru Impreza retains 10.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 Hyundai SONATA.
2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Hyundai SONATA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Impreza is 9.1 out of 10 while the Hyundai SONATA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Impreza being ranked 6 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Hyundai SONATA being ranked 6 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Hyundai SONATA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Impreza is 8.6 out of 10. For the Hyundai SONATA the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Impreza a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai SONATA.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Subaru Impreza’s base engine makes 173 horsepower, and the 2006 Hyundai SONATA base engine makes 162 horsepower. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 405 miles. The SONATA is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. This gives the 2006 Hyundai SONATA the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2006 Subaru Impreza. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2006 Subaru Impreza and the 2006 Hyundai SONATA have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4459 - 27896
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.34004
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2799 - 9071
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.446811
Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.087853 / 10
Reliability:
8.563559 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Hyundai SONATA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.139699 / 10
Reliability:
8.019096 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Subaru Impreza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 43Hyundai SONATA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
2.5 i, WRX, WRX Limited, WRX STI, WRX TR, Outback Sport, Outback Sport Special Edition
2006 Hyundai SONATA Trim Levels
GL, GLS, GLS V6, LX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
173 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
166 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
162 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
164 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 405 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3016 lbs
Width:
68.5 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
99.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3266 lbs
Width:
72.1 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
188.9 inches
Wheelbase:
107.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16