2005 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | XL7 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
