2005 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1116 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Savana | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
