2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 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 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Kamal | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |