2008 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |