1994 Rover 600 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 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 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 600. 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 (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 600 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 600 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
