2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 4 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. 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 2012 Ford Bantam. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Bantam 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Tribeca | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Tribeca | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3628 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
