2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1994 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |