2005 Ford Econovan vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econovan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econovan | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
