2003 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Crown Victoria (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
