2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
