2008 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti EX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 550.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 550 | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
