2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (529 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Mustang | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2625 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
