1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Falcon | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |