2006 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
Model | Swift | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |