2007 Audi S6 vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 19 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, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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, 2007 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | S6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3300 mm |