2002 Acura TL vs. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 74 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | TL | Kamal |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
