2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-150 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
