2008 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
