2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 575 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Suburban
Year Released 2001 2000
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 502 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 2390 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3310 mm


 

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