2003 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
