2000 Infiniti I vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2000 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | I | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
