1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
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 (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Xterra 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:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Xterra | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
