2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 831 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 R (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | R | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |