2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Acura MDX
To start off, 2011 Acura MDX is newer by 2 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura MDX weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2011 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2011 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | Tribeca | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
