Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Subaru Tribeca | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@5800 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 124.0 in | -15.8 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 204.1 in | -12.6 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 77.6 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 71.9 in | -5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4140 lb. | 4291 lb. | -151 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 41.7 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 63.7 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 65.6 in | -11.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.7 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 41.7 in | -3.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 66.2 in | -8.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 67.4 in | -12.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 42.1 in | -7.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.2 in | 37.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 51.3 in | 61.6 in | -10.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.3 in | 50.0 in | -6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.9 in | 39.6 in | -8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | 123.4 in (over 3 rows) | -15.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.3 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -24 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 ft3 | 87.7 ft3 | -50.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.4 ft3 | 145.7 ft3 | -71.3 ft3 |
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 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Superior to other minivans in ease of entry, available legroom, and comfort. see full Nissan Quest review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2008 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seat is not as comfortable as Chrysler or Toyota. This is not an issue except for very long trips (6-8 hrs). see full Nissan Quest review |