2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus 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 126 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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 2005 Ford Focus. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Tribeca | Focus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
