2008 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Infiniti FX

To start off, both 2008 BMW 730 and 2008 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.

Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 730 2008 Infiniti FX
Make BMW Infiniti
Model 730 FX
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 90 L


 

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