2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Cherokee | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
