2003 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac G6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac G6 (286 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 429 kg more than 2003 Pontiac G6.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac G6. 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, 2003 Pontiac G6 (369 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac G6 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | G6 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2748 mm |
