1993 Subaru Leone 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 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,628 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 431 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Subaru Leone. 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Leone | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
