2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 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 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 189 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Kamal | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
