2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | B | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |