2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 257 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |