2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. Both 2006 Subaru Outback and 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca are equipped with a 2,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 242 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 367 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
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2006 Subaru Outback | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Outback | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |