2005 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 28 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 Mondeo. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |