2007 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 555 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 118 | M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
