2005 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 466 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
