2005 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 16 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | I |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
