2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X6 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4395 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 610 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |