2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
