2011 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Tribeca | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
