2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Subaru Tribeca were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (350 Nm @ 450 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |