2010 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 841 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Tribeca | 2001 Saturn SC | |
Make | Subaru | Saturn |
Model | Tribeca | SC |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1911 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |