2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2625 mm |