2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Grand Prix | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |