2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (231 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mustang. 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
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2006 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Impreza | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |