2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 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 175 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 525 | FX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
