2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Ram | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2745 mm |
