2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 4 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
