2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 268 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
