1985 Subaru XT vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 503 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru XT | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | XT | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
