2005 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 975 kg more than 2005 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 148 L |
