2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A6 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |