2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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 92 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 330 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:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
