2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 481 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1997 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
