2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 478 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 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 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Kamal | XC90 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2917 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 306 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |