2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 622 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
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2008 Ford Explorer | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Explorer | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 65535 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2625 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |