2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 631 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Lacetti | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
