2009 BMW X6 vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 854 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
