2006 BMW 120 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 120 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
