2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (407 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 257 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1500 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |