2011 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Tribeca | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Tribeca | Panda |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
