2012 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 276 kg more than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. 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 2010 Chrysler Sebring. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler Sebring. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2010 Chrysler Sebring has manual transmission. 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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 | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Subaru | Chrysler |
| Model | Tribeca | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1911 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4864 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
