2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 980 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
