2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Kamal | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |