2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 220 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 2010 Honda Civic. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model Kamal Civic
Year Released 2003 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 138 HP
Torque 306 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 87.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km


 

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