2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal and 2003 Opel Astra 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 158 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
Model | Kamal | Astra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |