2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 341 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 Freestyle. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Freestyle | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2625 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
