1999 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 181 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi S8 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S8 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |