2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Optra | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |