2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 85 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 325 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Spider | EX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
