2001 Acura TL vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 362 kg more than 2001 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Tribeca has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Tribeca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | TL | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2745 mm |
