2009 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X5 | J30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
