2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribeca | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |