2009 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 3 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Edge | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |