2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Tribeca | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
