2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
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 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace 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 70 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace 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 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Kamal | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
