2009 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 3 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 BMW X6. 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | BMW | Bentley |
| Model | X6 | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 96 L |
