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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5328 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |