1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Dardo | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |