2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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 185 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Doblo. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Doblo. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Doblo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Tribeca | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2755 mm |
