2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 291 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Pacifica | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |