2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Crosswagon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
