1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2750 mm |
