2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 124 kg more than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | CTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
