1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 145 | QX56 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |