2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 10 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda CX-9. 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 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 | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | Kamal | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
