2008 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 BMW X6 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 BMW X6. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (700 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X6 | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |