2008 Infiniti M vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti M | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | M | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |