2009 BMW X6 vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 73 L |
