2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 58 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura TL. 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | TL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
