1999 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 1999 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Infiniti QX4 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | QX4 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
