2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 733 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 7 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti QX56 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | QX56 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
