2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Impreza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |