2008 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25.
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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 525 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
