2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (280 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Five Hundred | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
