2003 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320.

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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 320 2010 Infiniti EX
Make BMW Infiniti
Model 320 EX
Year Released 2003 2010
Body Type Coupe 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 150 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 208 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 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 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 76 L


 

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