2009 Ford Taurus vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 890 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taurus | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
