2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Tucson | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
