1999 AC Ace vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 844 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Ace. 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Ace | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
