2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tribeca | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
