1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 18 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, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Suburban | A4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |