Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Scion tC | Subaru Tribeca | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.2 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 191.5 in | -17.5 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 73.9 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 66.4 in | -10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2970 lb. | 4140 lb. | -1170 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 58.1 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.0 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 38.2 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 57.5 in | -7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.3 in | 54.6 in | -7.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 34.3 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.3 in | -51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 75.2 in (over 2 rows) | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | -32.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.8 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.8 | 37.6 ft3 | -24.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 35.4 ft3 | 74.4 ft3 | -39 ft3 |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seat fabric is very rough and stains are unusually difficult to remove, but the fabric is at least durable. Rear seat is split folding, and also reclines. Rear seat is actually usable (have a child seat installed back there), panoramic moonroof is nice. see full Scion tC review |
2006 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough head room see full Subaru Tribeca review |