2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mondeo | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |