2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 Subaru 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Explorer | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Explorer | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |