2007 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Escape. 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 (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2007 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escape | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
