2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Ford Taurus. (263 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 71 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Impreza | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 263 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2868 mm |
