2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa 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 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Tribeca | Previa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |