1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut has manual transmission. 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sportut | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
