2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1321 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-250 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 64 L |