1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Suburban | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Suburban | S6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2847 mm |