Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Tribeca | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,748 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,864 mm | 4,844 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,877 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,687 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,878 kg | 2,059 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 64 L | 79 L | -15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 996 mm | -8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 980 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,461 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 871 mm | 983 mm | -112 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 919 mm | 907 mm | 12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,303 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,100 mm | 1,067 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 785 mm | 739 mm | 46 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,731 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 235 L | 425 L | -190 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,065 L | 1,215 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,107 L | 2,364 L | 0 L |
2009 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 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
2008 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |