2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Transit Connect | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |