2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fairlane and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (227 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fairlane. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 306 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
