2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | RS6 | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |
