2007 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | S4 | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |