2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-150 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
