2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S80. 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Tribeca | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3629 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
