Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru Tribeca | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 103.2 in | 5 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 174.9 in | 16.6 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 70.1 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 69.7 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4140 lb. | 3444 lb. | 696 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.4 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.3 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 53.2 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.6 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 55.9 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 49.1 in | 5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 35.6 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 0.0 in | 36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.3 in | 0.0 in | 51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 0.0 in | 30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 30.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.3 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 | -21 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 ft3 | 29.3 | 8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.4 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 8.1 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |