2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-150 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-150 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
