2002 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 318 | EX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |