2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (158 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 333 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 Fusion. 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 Fusion (204 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fusion | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
