1995 Ford Aerostar vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aerostar. (134 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Aerostar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1995 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aerostar | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Aerostar | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2645 mm |
