2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 102 kg more than 1999 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
