2000 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 821 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2005 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 323 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
