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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 251 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 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. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | EX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
