2005 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 545 | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
