2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Subaru 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
