2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2009 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Tribeca would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2009 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Tribeca | XL7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |