1997 GMC Safari vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1997 GMC Safari.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 GMC Safari. 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, 1997 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1997 GMC Safari | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Safari | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |