2011 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 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 182 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1287 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147, 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Suburban | 147 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2652 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
