2004 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 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 154 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 639 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 2004 Rover 45. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 45 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.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 45 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | 45 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |