2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 566 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix. 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Matrix | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Matrix | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
