2008 Infiniti M vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | M | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
