2008 BMW M5 vs. 2008 BMW X6
To start off, both 2008 BMW M5 and 2008 BMW X6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 BMW X6. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 BMW M5.
Because 2008 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2008 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M5 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
