2003 BMW 645 vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 645 | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |