2004 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M5 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
