2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 24 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
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 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Tribeca | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
