2003 BMW 645 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 645. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW 645 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 645 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |