2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 224 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti FX | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | FX | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |