2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 147 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2900 mm |