2003 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lincoln LS. 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, 2003 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 2003 Lincoln LS 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:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Lincoln | Subaru |
| Model | LS | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
