2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Suburban | A3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |