1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Bella | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
