2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Kamal | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |