1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2469 mm |
