2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | S5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
