2005 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2011 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
