2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 48 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Tribeca | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |