1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 609 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Suburban | 156 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |
