2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Infiniti EX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. 2009 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 159 | EX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |