2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-250 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1597 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2530 mm |