2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 667 kg more than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Escalade | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
