2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2003 Lexus RX

To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal and 2003 Lexus RX 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus RX weights approximately 325 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus RX. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal 2003 Lexus RX
Make Alfa Romeo Lexus
Model Kamal RX
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 284 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2620 mm


 

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