2004 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 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 | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
