1996 Volvo 960 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 411 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 960. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Volvo 960 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | 960 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2748 mm |