1999 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S8 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |