2007 BMW X5 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |
