2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
