2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Tempo would be higher. 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 158 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 299 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. 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 1993 Ford Tempo. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Tribeca | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
