2005 Ford Puma 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 Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Puma 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 161 more horse power than 2005 Ford Puma. (100 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Puma. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Puma. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Puma | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Puma | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |