2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Subaru Tribeca 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Tribeca Legacy
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3630 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 450 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 207 km/hour 209 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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