2010 Infiniti EX vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Infiniti EX | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | EX | 318 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |