2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3350 mm |
