2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X3 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 106 L |
