1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 474 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Ranger | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2748 mm |