2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 188 kg more than 2011 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
