2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 261 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 823 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 Sentra. 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 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 Sentra | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
