2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 173 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Tribeca | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 17.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |