1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Suburban | A8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3122 mm |