2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 718 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Panda | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
