2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 3 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Suburban | S4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |