2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2006 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Spider | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
