2009 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | X6 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
