1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 913 kg more than 2013 Subaru Tribeca.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2745 mm |
