1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.
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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2006 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Nuvola | QX4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3140 mm |