2008 Audi R8 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
