2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 300. 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 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
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2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Subaru | Chrysler |
Model | Tribeca | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |