2005 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 320 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |