2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal and 2003 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 188 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 487 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. 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 2003 Citroen C3. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen C3 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.
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2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Kamal | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |