2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 369 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-250 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
