2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Infiniti QX56 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. 2009 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 147 | QX56 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |