2007 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. 2008 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
