2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-350 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5398 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2530 mm |