2006 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 530 | JX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
