2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 894 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Patrol | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1461 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 64 L |
