2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | QX56 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
