2009 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 318 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 108 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 516 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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 2009 BMW 318. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
