2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Tribeca would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 252 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Tribeca | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1633 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
