2009 BMW X6 vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 2011 Nissan Altima. 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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
