2002 Infiniti I vs. 2012 BMW X1

To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I.

Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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 X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti I 2012 BMW X1
Make Infiniti BMW
Model I X1
Year Released 2002 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 333 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4454 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1798 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1545 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L