1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 211 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 10 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.
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1997 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B 10 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2748 mm |