2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Malibu 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 112 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Malibu | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2748 mm |