1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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 A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Suburban | A6 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |