2000 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 5 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3350 mm |
