2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
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 Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |