2003 BMW 520 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 520 | G |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |