1994 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Probe. (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Probe | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
