2012 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 13 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti FX | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | FX | X3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
