2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 4 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 99 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 89 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Kamal | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
