2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Impreza | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Impreza | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
