2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Infiniti QX56 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2006 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | X5 | QX56 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 106 L |