2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac SV 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac SV 6 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 95 L |
