2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 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 161 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 40 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 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 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Kamal | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
