2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 900 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Silverado | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2600 mm |