2009 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 330 and 2010 Infiniti EX are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 2010 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2010 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
