2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 167 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Tribeca | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3629 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |