2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 Ford Freestyle and 2006 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1546 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestyle | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Freestyle | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |