2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribeca | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3630 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |