2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | G | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 3628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |