2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kamal | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3350 mm |
