2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 863 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2013 Infiniti JX has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti JX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | MiTo | JX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4989 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1722 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2901 mm |