1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-250 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2748 mm |