2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econovan | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
