2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 188 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
Model | Tribeca | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1697 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |