1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 9 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bella | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
