2004 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (250 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taurus | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
