2000 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Swift 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:
| 2000 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Swift | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2748 mm |
