2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri 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 216 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. 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 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Centauri | EX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
