2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 147 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
