2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 10 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 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Kamal | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
