2007 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 167 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 120 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
