2004 BMW M5 vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti QX56. (400 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
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, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M5. 2012 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M5 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
