2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 414 kg more than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Transporter | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | Transporter | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2460 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |