2009 BMW M6 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 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 200 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3. 2011 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW M6 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M6 | X3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |