2009 BMW X6 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 BMW X6.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Armada. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Armada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
