2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Trans Sport | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |