2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 106 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | PT Cruiser | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |