2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 2 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 93 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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 2005 Ford Escape. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Kamal | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
