2004 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Impreza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |