2005 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2011 Infiniti FX.
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 FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | X5 | FX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |