2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 373 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
