2009 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Tribeca would be higher. At 3,628 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A3 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |