2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 BMW 650 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 650 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 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X6 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
