2007 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 330 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
