2012 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2009 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki Alto 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 189 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki Alto. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Alto. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Tribeca | 2009 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribeca | Alto |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1911 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
