2004 BMW M6 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 BMW M6.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M6 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
