2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
