2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 3,179 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Kamal | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
