2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | R8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
