2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 Hyundai Tiburon. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | Kamal | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
