2009 Audi S6 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 435 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 441 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 | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |