2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti FX | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | FX | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |