2000 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
