2003 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 530 | FX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |