2004 BMW 730 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 BMW 730. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 730 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 730 | FX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |