2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Astro | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 247 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |