2005 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 235 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |