2005 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 740 | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |