2006 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 476 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 525 | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |