1996 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 148 L |