2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 877 kg more than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. 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 2005 GMC Sierra. 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
