2009 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 525 | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |