2000 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 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 96 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3310 mm |
