2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | V8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
