2007 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X5 | EX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
