2008 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
