2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 87 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
