2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti FX | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | FX | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |
