2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2008 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 159 | G35 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |