2007 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2005 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
