2005 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25. 2011 Infiniti G25 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 G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 545 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
