2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | VehiCross | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
