2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1511 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Excursion | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 576 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |