2007 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
