2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3350 mm |
