2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 390 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra. 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 2010 Toyota Tundra. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Tribeca | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
