2007 Nissan Commercial vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial 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 160 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Commercial has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Commercial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Commercial | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Commercial | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
