2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | R8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
