2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 120 | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
