2004 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
