2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Suburban | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |