2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
