2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Q7 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3300 mm |