2008 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti EX.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | X3 | EX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |