1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2619 mm |