2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz S and 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | S | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |