2001 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti G35. (257 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti G35. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti G35 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | G35 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |
