2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Ecobasic would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ecobasic | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ecobasic | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4870 mm |
