2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | I |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
