1999 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 411 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2624 mm |
