2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 696 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Crown Victoria | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 129 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |