2006 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
