2000 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 51 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taurus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2625 mm |
