2009 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (453 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M5 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 520 Nm | 453 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |