2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 609 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.
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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Escalade | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
