1996 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 652 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2745 mm |
