2005 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Impreza | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 127 L |
