2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1143 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
