2003 BMW X Activity 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 X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 BMW X Activity. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X Activity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X Activity | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
