2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 21 kg more than 2010 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Highlander. 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Tribeca | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
