Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
Model | Subaru B9 Tribeca | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6600 215 lb-ft@4200 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 107.4 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 190.6 in | -0.8 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 72.2 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 56.9 in | 9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4155 lb. | 3638 lb. | 517 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.4 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 54.0 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 56.5 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 53.3 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 37.1 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.3 in | 0.0 in | 51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 0.0 in | 30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 28.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.3 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 ft3 | 16.5 | 21.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.4 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 57.9 ft3 |
2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru B9 Tribeca review |
2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough head room see full Subaru B9 Tribeca review |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |