2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti QX56. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
Model | QX56 | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 64 L |