2009 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW X5 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
