2007 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 525 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
