2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
