2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia 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 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) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Kamal | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |
