2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 920 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kamal | GL |
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 | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |