

Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Subaru B9 Tribeca | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6600 215 lb-ft@4200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 113.7 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 193.4 in | -3.6 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 73.7 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 72.8 in | -6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4155 lb. | 4706 lb. | -551 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 59.0 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 55.4 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 58.9 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.5 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 36.9 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 37.4 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.3 in | 53.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 45.3 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 34.9 in | -4 in |
Total Legroom | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -6.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
2007 Subaru B9 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 B9 Tribeca review |
2007 Subaru B9 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 B9 Tribeca review |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |