2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 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 386 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saleen S7. 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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 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 2005 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2005 Saleen S7 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 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Saleen |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | S7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2692 mm |
