2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 804 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kamal | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
