2006 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. 2010 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
