2007 BMW 323 vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 323 | FX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
