2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
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 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
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 (292 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
