2009 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56

To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.

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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2005 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 328 2005 Infiniti QX56
Make BMW Infiniti
Model 328 QX56
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 5555 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 529 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 106 L


 

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