2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2011 GMC Terrain

To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 65 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 220 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 GMC Terrain. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal 2011 GMC Terrain
Make Alfa Romeo GMC
Model Kamal Terrain
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 306 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4707 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2858 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L


 

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