2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.

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, 2005 Audi RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model RS6 Suburban
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 117 L


 

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