2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru XT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru XT weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1992 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-350 | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 60 L |
