2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 81 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fusion. 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 (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Fusion 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Tribeca | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
