2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Mustang | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |