1993 Mercury Capri vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 547 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercury Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Capri | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Mercury | Subaru |
Model | Capri | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |