1998 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Partner.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot Partner. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot Partner 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 Peugeot Partner | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | Partner | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3629 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
