2003 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-150 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.
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2003 Ford F-150 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | F-150 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |