2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, both 2009 Nissan Murano and 2009 Subaru Tribeca were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Murano | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Murano | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |