1999 Rover 800 vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 800 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 800 | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 800 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |