2012 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 930 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
