2010 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 526 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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 2011 Opel Astra. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Tribeca | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Tribeca | Astra |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1911 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |