2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 7 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, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 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 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | Kamal | S5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
