2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |