2003 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti G. (324 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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, 2013 Infiniti G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | G |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 324 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |