2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 508 kg more than 2003 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | FX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |