2001 Ford EX vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 453 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | EX | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |