2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 650 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | B9 Tribeca | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |