2009 Subaru Tribeca vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Tribeca | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Tribeca | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 450 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
