2007 Infiniti M vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti M | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | M | X3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |