2001 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X5 | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
