2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Suburban
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 5327 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 2330 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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