2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2008 Hyundai i20

To start off, both 2008 Subaru Tribeca and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 659 kg more than 2008 Hyundai i20. 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 2008 Hyundai i20. 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Subaru Tribeca 2008 Hyundai i20
Make Subaru Hyundai
Model Tribeca i20
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 17:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 190 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 16 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1226 kg
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 4.2 L/100km