2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 6 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 550 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 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Kamal | 550 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
