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2008 Subaru Tribeca and 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Subaru Tribeca | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
| Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 126.6 in | -18.4 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 203.0 in | -11.5 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 75.7 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 66.4 in | 65.4 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4140 lb. | 4829 lb. | -689 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -8.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 60.3 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 39.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 40.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 59.6 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 36.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 37.2 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.3 in | 52.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 0.0 in | 43.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 32.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -0.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.3 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 ft3 | 42.2 ft3 | -4.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.4 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -10.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Tribeca
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
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