2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Sonata | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
