2008 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 5 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 64 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Dodge DART. 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 (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART 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 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Subaru | Dodge |
Model | Tribeca | DART |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |