2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
