2005 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2005 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X5 | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
