2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 925 kg more than 2006 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Audi S4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Suburban | S4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 63 L |