1991 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Audi V8. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi V8.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi V8. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | V8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
