2008 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Uplander | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |