2011 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. 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 2012 BMW 328. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 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 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Tribeca | 328 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
