2003 Ford Ka vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Ford Subaru
Model Ka Impreza
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1299 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 64 L


 

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