2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Alfa Romeo Jeep
Model Kamal Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 187 HP
Torque 306 Nm 320 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1755 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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