2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 834 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 441 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
