2009 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz B and 2009 Subaru Tribeca were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru 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 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz B | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | B | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |