2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mondeo. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Kamal | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |