2004 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 168 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 2013 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, 2013 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
