2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Tribeca | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
