2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
