2004 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2004 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 120 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
