2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element 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 87 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 15 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 Honda Element. 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2004 Honda Element | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | Kamal | Element |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |