2007 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2010 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 120 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
