2001 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1160 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
