1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Falcon. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Falcon | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |