1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dardo | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4807 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
