2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G. 2013 Infiniti G 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. 2013 Infiniti G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Spider | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |