2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |