2011 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 525 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 525 | FX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
