2011 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1257 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Suburban 2004 Alfa Romeo GT
Make Chevrolet Alfa Romeo
Model Suburban GT
Year Released 2011 2004
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2652 kg 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 5649 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2009 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1951 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3302 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 63 L


 

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