2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
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 Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 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 (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Tribeca | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
