2007 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 45 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | IS | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
