2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 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 165 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | Kamal | B2500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |