2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model A4 Suburban
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 5298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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