2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 3 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi S4 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 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Suburban | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 64 L |
