2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Subaru |
| Model | Monaro | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2748 mm |
