2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 260 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.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas 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 | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | Kamal | Vanden Plas |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
