2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 335 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
