2011 Infiniti M vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Infiniti M | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | M | X3 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |