2011 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, both 2011 Subaru Tribeca and 2011 Fiat Idea were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 780 kg more than 2011 Fiat Idea. 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 2011 Fiat Idea. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Idea. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Idea 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 | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Tribeca | Idea |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
