2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal and 2003 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 210 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 2003 Holden Statesman. 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 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman 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 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Kamal | Statesman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |