2012 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-250. 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-250 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-250 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2620 mm |
