1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca

To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.

Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. (347 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Caprice.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Caprice 2009 Subaru Tribeca
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Caprice Tribeca
Year Released 1991 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 3630 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 168 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 450 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.9 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 5440 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L


 

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