2004 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |