2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Stagea. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Kamal | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
