1999 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 BMW X6

To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 391 kg more than 1999 Infiniti Q45.

Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti Q45.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Infiniti Q45 2012 BMW X6
Make Infiniti BMW
Model Q45 X6
Year Released 1999 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4128 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 265 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 600 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1759 kg 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1983 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2933 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 85 L


 

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