2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
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 M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | X3 | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |