2007 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2004 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 550 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
