2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 will offer significantly more control. 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-350 | R2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 30 L |
