2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
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 S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S3 | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |