2006 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A8 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3629 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |