2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari.
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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Safari 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.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Subaru | Tata |
Model | Tribeca | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |