2009 BMW M6 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 2 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
