2001 Fiat Ecobasic vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. 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 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Ecobasic | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4864 mm |