1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine 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 68 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 423 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Alpine | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
