2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 241 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang. 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 2000 Ford Mustang. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Impreza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |