2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 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 83 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 100 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 Pontiac G6. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribeca | G6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1985 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
