2001 Ford EX vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 1 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford EX weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | EX | Impreza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |