2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. 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 140 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | QX56 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 51 L |
