2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 470 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |
