2006 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G will offer significantly more control. 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 G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G 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 G | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
