2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,629 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4.
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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |