2009 BMW 635 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 635. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 635 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 34 more horse power than 2009 BMW 635. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 635.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 635. 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, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 635 | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
