2002 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Taurus. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Taurus | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |