2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 BMW 130. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti FX | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | FX | 130 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 53 L |