2005 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
