2005 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
