2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 6 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 429 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.
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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
