2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 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 Falcon. 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Falcon | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1526 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |