1998 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 161 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Terrano II | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Terrano II | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
