2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Tribeca | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |