2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 114 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.
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 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1995 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1995 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Tribeca | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Tribeca | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |