2004 Acura TL vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura TL | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |