2012 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 806 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 618 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1022 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Tribeca | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Subaru | SSC |
| Model | Tribeca | Aero |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1911 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1090 mm |
