1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1999 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 and 1999 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 745 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (255 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1999 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 145 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 7400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3350 mm |
