2009 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
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 Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti Q45. 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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | X5 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
