1998 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 835 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Celica | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Celica | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
