2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (384 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 384 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
