2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,628 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 166 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Tribeca | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3628 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |