2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1032 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Kamal | Expedition |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |