2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 367 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
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 Impreza (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | B9 Tribeca | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
