2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (222 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 556 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | E-350 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |