Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru Tribeca | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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 | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 113.7 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 193.4 in | -1.9 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 73.7 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 72.8 in | -6.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4140 lb. | 4706 lb. | -566 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 |
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 Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |