2002 Ford Econoline vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econoline. (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 790 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econoline | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Econoline | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2624 mm |
