2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1223 kg more than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fusion | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |