2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
