2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A6 Suburban
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 5963 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 509 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 2755 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 140 L


 

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