2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Infiniti FX

To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 320 2004 Infiniti FX
Make BMW Infiniti
Model 320 FX
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 280 HP
Torque 210 Nm 366 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 90 L


 

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