2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Infiniti FX

To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.

Because 2007 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo 147 2007 Infiniti FX
Make Alfa Romeo Infiniti
Model 147 FX
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1970 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 95.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L