2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 67 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |