2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Tribeca | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |