2008 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2008 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti JX. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti JX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 530 | JX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2901 mm |
