2005 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 484 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestar | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Freestar | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 331 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2625 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |