2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
