2004 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti M (456 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
