2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 724 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Cavalier | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |