1996 Subaru Impreza vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Subaru Impreza | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Subaru | Ford |
Model | Impreza | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |