2006 Audi S4 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3350 mm |
