2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (350 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Tribeca | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
