2006 Nissan Quest vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Quest | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
