2009 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2645 mm |