2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus X | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus X | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |