2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-350 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | E-350 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
