2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kamal | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
