2006 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X5 | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| 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 | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
