2006 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 381 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Outlander | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
