2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1289 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (350 Nm @ 450 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tribeca | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
