1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | A6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
