2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 156 | EX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |