2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | TE-50 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
