2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2008 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca and 2008 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 522 kg more than 2008 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru B9 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Magentis.
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2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 2008 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | B9 Tribeca | Magentis |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |