2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Silverado | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 77 L |