2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 62 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | Kamal | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| 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 | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
