2009 BMW X6 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
