Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Subaru B9 Tribeca | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.0L H6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6600 215 lb-ft@4200 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.2 in | 106.3 in | 1.9 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 178.7 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 72.8 in | 1.1 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 74.9 in | -8.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4155 lb. | 4376 lb. | -221 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.9 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 55.9 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 58.3 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 46.1 in | 8.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 34.4 in | -0.1 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) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 30.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.3 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -26.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.6 ft3 | 35.2 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.4 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | 8.7 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 |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |