2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Sumo. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Sumo 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 | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
| Model | Kamal | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2425 mm |
