2005 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. 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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 730 | QX56 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |