2007 BMW 550 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 550 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4395 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
