2009 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (161 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fusion. 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 Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fusion | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
