2005 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 247 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
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 | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |