2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 803 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-150 | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2680 mm |
