2009 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 140 L |
