2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Infiniti QX4
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Infiniti QX4 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti QX4 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, 2001 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 2001 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
