2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
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 Vitz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 146 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 414 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Vitz. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Tribeca | Vitz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |