2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 974 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A4 Suburban
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 5327 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 2414 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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