1997 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 1997 Audi A4 and 1997 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 915 kg more than 1997 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3350 mm |
