1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | QX4 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
