2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-350. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-350 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-350 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |