2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 53 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
