2005 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 530 | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |