2009 BMW 320 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 320 | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
