2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante

To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 5 kg more than 2009 Panoz Esperante.

Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Panoz Esperante. 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante
Make Alfa Romeo Panoz
Model Kamal Esperante
Year Released 2003 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 4589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 90 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 59 L


 

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