2005 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2013 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2013 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | S4 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2745 mm |
