2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 3 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (245 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
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, 2006 Lexus GS (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS 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 | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
Model | Kamal | GS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |