2009 BMW 125 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 125 | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |