2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (297 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
