2001 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
