2006 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 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 93 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. 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 X3. (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 X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X3 | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
