2008 Fiat Ulysse 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 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ulysse | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2745 mm |
