2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Infiniti M 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 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, 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 M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | 159 | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
