2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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 Subaru Impreza (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2008 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |